Mission

Thambraas USA — Strengthening Dharma, Uplifting Lives Thambraas USA is a 501(c)(3) public charity based in San Ramon, California, dedicated to preserving Vedic heritage while uplifting vulnerable families through education, healthcare, and cultural support. The organization focuses on sustaining Vedic scholars, empowering women, and ensuring that no family is denied dignity or essential rites due to financial hardship. Mission Thambraas USA works to preserve the golden Vedic heritage, support Vedic scholars and schools, empower women toward self‑sufficiency, and provide educational and healthcare assistance to families in need. The organization also helps community members perform essential samskāras—such as Upanayanam, marriage, and last‑rite rituals—when financial barriers stand in the way. What We Do Support Vedic Scholars & Veda Pāṭhaśālās Provides monthly assistance to Vedic schools in India, many of which teach students free of cost to preserve sacred traditions. Empower Women in Crisis Offers financial and social support to destitute women, helping them regain stability, dignity, and economic independence. Educational Scholarships Supports meritorious students from financially challenged families, including children of struggling priest communities. Healthcare Assistance Provides medical support to individuals with or without insurance, ensuring access to essential care. Cultural & Community Support Assists families in performing essential Hindu rites and rituals when financial hardship prevents them from doing so. Impact Highlights Supports 8 Vedic schools monthly, helping preserve ancient cultural knowledge. Provides ongoing aid to economically disadvantaged priest families and students pursuing higher education. Maintains program spending above 85%, keeping administrative costs extremely low to maximize donor impact. Assisted 20 priests in North America during the COVID‑19 pandemic with emergency support. Financial Snapshot EIN: 83‑4336728 Tax Status: 501(c)(3) Public Charity Recent Revenue: $123,111 (2023) Total Assets: $41,341 (Candid financials) Headquarters: 11040 Bollinger Canyon Rd, Suite E, San Ramon, CA 94582 Website: www.thambraasusa.org